A resolution commemorating April 6, 2026, as the day the Artemis II crew surpassed the record for the farthest distance traveled by astronauts into deep space and celebrating the success of the Artemis II mission.

This resolution commemorates the successful Artemis II mission, which launched on April 1, 2026, and saw its crew surpass the record for the farthest distance traveled by astronauts into deep space on April 6, 2026. The mission's Orion spacecraft, named Integrity, reached a maximum distance of 252,760 miles from Earth, exceeding the previous record set by Apollo 13 and marking a new benchmark for crewed spaceflight.

The Artemis II mission achieved several historic firsts, including the first woman, first African American, and first non-United States astronaut to travel beyond low Earth orbit, and was the first human journey to the vicinity of the Moon in over 50 years. This success reflects decades of investment and leadership by the United States, in partnership with the Canadian and European Space Agencies, and the dedication of thousands of engineers, scientists, and workers.

The resolution celebrates the technological and manufacturing excellence demonstrated by the United States and its partners, recognizing the critical contributions of flight controllers and support personnel. It reaffirms the United States' commitment to maintaining leadership in space exploration and advancing the peaceful use of space for the benefit of all humanity, inspiring people worldwide and showcasing U.S. economic and technological strength.